Fixed Income Proprietary Trader

Há 5 dias

São Paulo, São Paulo, Brasil AP Capital Tempo inteiro R$120.000 - R$240.000 por ano

Fixed Income Proprietary Trader - BRL Local Currency & Global Bonds (Brazil)

July 12, 2025

Location: São Paulo, Brazil

Reports to: Head of Fixed Income Trading

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Fixed Income Trader to join our trading team in São Paulo. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the Brazilian fixed income market, with hands-on experience trading BRL local currency bonds, dollar-denominated global bonds, DI Futures and FX. This individual will play a critical role in executing and managing trades, developing trading strategies, and monitoring macroeconomic developments that impact local and global bond markets.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execution & Trading
  • Execute trading strategies across a range of BRL-denominated sovereign bonds, dollar-denominated global bonds, and associated FX positions.

  • Maintain real-time awareness of market flows, liquidity conditions, and pricing dynamics to ensure best execution.

  • Strategy Development

  • Develop and implement short-term and medium-term trading strategies to capitalize on market dislocations and opportunities.

  • Provide market color and trade ideas to the broader investment team, leveraging local expertise and market relationships.

  • Market Monitoring & Analysis

  • Continuously monitor local macroeconomic indicators, monetary policy announcements, fiscal developments, and geopolitical events that impact the Brazilian fixed income and FX markets.

  • Analyze credit risk, interest rate risk, and currency exposure to ensure alignment with overall portfolio objectives and risk appetite.

  • Risk & Liquidity Management

  • Actively manage liquidity, funding costs, and overall risk exposures within approved limits.
  • Coordinate with risk management and treasury teams to optimize balance sheet usage and funding strategies.

  • Maintain a disciplined approach to position sizing, stop-loss adherence, and risk-reward assessments.

  • Relationship Management

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with local brokers, market makers, and counterparties to enhance market access and execution quality.
  • Represent the firm in local market discussions and contribute to building a strong franchise presence in the Brazilian market.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years of hands-on trading experience in BRL local currency bonds, dollar-denominated bonds, and FX markets.
  • In-depth knowledge of Brazilian macroeconomic and political landscape, central bank policy, and debt issuance dynamics.
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to quickly interpret complex market data and translate it into actionable strategies.
  • Demonstrated track record of risk management and P&L generation in volatile market environments.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in both Portuguese and English preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; advanced degree or CFA designation is a plus.

Why Join Us?

This is an exceptional opportunity to work at the forefront of Brazil's dynamic fixed income market. You will join a collaborative, entrepreneurial team with global reach and significant resources, offering you the platform to make a meaningful impact on trading performance and strategy.

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